Rosevears Corner

Tucked in the rolling hills of the Tamar Valley, you'll find a tasty trilogy of local producers worthy of a Tassie toast (or three!). Innovative apple cider, international award winning gin and bold cool climate wines. This stellar combination of great quality producers make for the perfect afternoon out.

Like so many great businesses, this producers story began with an inspired conversation over a cold drink.

Caroline's father and husband Chris found a mutual love of the humble Tassie apple. In particular, the process of turning the island's favourite fruit into cider. With a backyard full apples and great enthusiasm, Chris and Caroline began experimenting with the process of fermenting their crop into bubbly liquid gold. 

Fast forward a decade, the dynamic duo grow 83 varieties of apple and produce a range of delicious small-batch hand-crafted cider. Finding a balance between the pursuit of patience and an appreciation of the unique, their ciders reflect the fruit from the farm and emulate the ‘Royal Ciders’ of the 17th Century and the sparkling that Tasmania is globally renowned for. Join Caroline and/or Chris for a personalised tour and tasting at their by-appointment mill.

Located conveniently across the road is our next tasty stop. Our second chapter is with the team at Turner Stillhouse, who boast a whole lot of Tassie spirit (and a bag of awards to match).

American Justin Turner, founder of Turner Stillhouse, met his Tasmanian wife while working in New York. Trading the hustle and bustle of the ‘big apple' for her beloved apple isle, Justin soon unearthed the unexpected world of premium food, wine and spirits here in Tasmania.

With Northern Californian winemaking and brandy distilling parents, Justin possessed an interest in crafting and distilling from a young age. So when the opportunity presented to distill on the banks of the Tamar River, he knew this was the project he was ready to sink his teeth into.

Since then, local Brett Coulson has joined the team as lead distiller and their Three Cuts Gin range has won a multitude of domestic and international awards (including Best Australian Gin at the 2021 Australian Gin Awards), as their highly anticipated whisky ages patiently in barrels. Join Justin or Brett on a private tour and tasting of their impressive warehouse style distillery.

With a hop, skip and a jump, you'll find yourself at our final stop for the day. Our afternoon together concludes with one of Tasmania’s leaders in cool climate wines. And an absolute must stop for Pinot Noir lovers!

Tamar Ridge's first vines were planted on the rolling banks of the Tamar River back in 1994, with a long term vision of making the 'most elegant and exciting Pinot Noir in the world.' With a passion for creating expressive and premium wines that honour this special part of Tasmania, Tamar Ridge (owned by Brown Brothers since 2010) consistently deliver exceptional vintages year on year.

On arrival at their cellar door, relax into their sunny inviting space overlooking the Tamar River for a seated guided tasting and local cheese platter before returning to Launceston.

Includes:

  • 3.5 hour private Tamar Valley tour with local Experiential Tasmania guide (optional upgrade to 5 hours with lunch- see below)

  • Private farm and mill tour and cider tasting with owner/s at by appointment Brady's Lookout Cider

  • Private distillery tour and personal gin tasting with either Justin (founder/owner/distiller) or Brett (distiller) at Turner Stillhouse*

  • Guided seated wine tasting and local cheese platter at Tamar Ridge Cellar Door

  • Transport in comfortable vehicle- includes water and snacks

* Please note that Justin and Brett may not always be available- in which case other senior staff with lead the experience

Time: 1:00pm-4:30pm

Available: Daily (upgrade option available Thursday to Sunday)

Cost: $285.00 per person (minimum 2 guests)

 
 
 

 Optional Upgrade

Add a delicious seasonal set menu lunch to this sensory experience with our friends at Timbre Kitchen. Includes a complimentary glass of Velo wine.

Time: 10:00am-3:00pm

Available: Thursday to Sunday

Cost: $355.00 per person (minimum 2 guests)